5 Gate Maintenance Tips for the Winter

Failing to properly maintain your gate operator during the winter season can lead to costly repairs.

Depending on how cold the climate is in the part of the country you live in, you may need to optimize your gate’s maintenance plan. In order to keep your gate operator functioning through the winter, proper attention and care is needed. The professionals over at PSS Store help customers understand how to do just that with 5 easy winter maintenance tips. 

Below are 5 tips to help keep your gate operator in tip top shape for the winter:

1. Make sure your operator is built for cold climates. Some operators like the Doorking 6050-080 and the DoorKing 1601-154 Heater Kit are some of the top performers. The DoorKing 1601-154 Heater Kit can be used with the following models: 6050, 6100, 6300, 9050, 9100, 9150, 9000, 9310. This helps ensure that your gate will continue to be fully functional even during the harshest winters. If you live in areas with colder climates, this is an absolute necessity.
2. Inspect drive belt for wear, cracking and alignment.
3. Keep gate hinges greased to prevent the gate from jamming or freezing.  Most swing gates come equipped with grease fittings which should be lubricated several times per year. Depending on what type of operator you have, there are specific areas that should be lubricated throughout the year.
4. Inspect inner gears and grease if necessary using only Moly D grease.
5. Make use of your gate operator, especially in colder temperatures. Gates with little to no usage are prone to breaking faster. Running your gate operator keeps the inner gears and parts flexible.

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